Monique Sadarangani, PLLC featured on True Law Stories Podcast
You have to check out Monique's recent feature on the True Law Stories Show. I tell the story of Compassionate Estate Planning Click here to watch on youtube!
A Path To Healing…
On this episode meet guest Monique Sadarangani, a Trusts and Estates Attorney, yogi, and mother. When Monique was 5 years old her mother passed away and she experienced firsthand the difficulty of the probate process when someone passes and the need for having a solid estate plan in place. She understood grief and was looking for a way to help others navigate the process when a loved one dies. Because of her mother's passing and
Meet Monique M. Sarandani, PLLC in depth interview at CANVASREBEL
In this in-depth interview Monique M. Sardarangani, PLLC discusses her mission, story & life lessons. Please take a moment to read it over at CANVASREBEL. READ NOW
A Holistic Approach to Estate Planning and Probate
Why should you get your estate plan in place now? The answer is simple: to ensure a seamless transition for your family when you pass. In an ever changing and conflict ridden world, reducing stress is key. One of the proven ways to reduce stress is to have a thorough and effective plan in place. But no matter how much we plan, there can often be a certain level of stress and anxiety that comes
A New? Type of Fiduciary Role – A look at the new Florida Uniform Directed Trust Act
In July of 2021, Florida adopted the new Florida Uniform Directed Trust Act (FUDTA). Essentially, the FUDTA gives authority to someone, other than a trustee, to make certain decisions for the trust and give direction. What is a directed trust and how can it benefit you? In a world of constant evolution for estate planning, wealth preservation, and asset protection, a new concept adopted by the Florida legislature has provided a new way for administering
Asset Planning to Protect Assets
Monique M. Sadarangani, J.D., LL.M. was recently featured in an article published by LAWQ ( https://thelawq.com ). The article addresses the question of asset protection through asset planning. You can read the full article here: https://thelawq.com/asset-planning-to-protect-assets/
How Biden’s New Tax Proposal Can Impact Your Estate Plans
As the new year brought in a new executive regime, there are many tax and financial implications that follow. With Biden’s tax plan, one of the key areas that Biden has addressed is eliminating the “step up in basis” for transfers of assets at death. The step up in basis allows for the transfer of one’s assets upon death to intended beneficiaries or heirs without the beneficiaries/heirs having to pay a capital gains tax upon
Massachusetts upholds its Policy on Promoting Expeditious Probate Administration
The recent holding In re Estate of Jacqueline Ann Kendall emphasizes the State’s desire to advocate for efficient probate administration among both creditors and heirs. Sheer statutory interpretation by the Supreme Judicial Court determined that the Commonwealth’s MassHealth program will not be the exception to its ultimate time limit policy when it comes to recovering claims against an estate. This rule is firmly rooted in the recent holding of In re Estate of Kendall,
How To Prepare Your Documents During A Pandemic
During this unprecedented time, it’s normal for people to worry about protecting their loved ones and assets. The coronavirus pandemic is unlike anything we’ve ever seen before, and even the healthiest of people can be affected. We haven’t seen the last or the worst of this illness, and while it’s never pleasant to think about the worst-case scenario, it’s vital to ensure your affairs and assets are up-to-date and in order. 1. Trusts and Wills A will
Terminating or Changing Trusts in Changing Times
A trust is a great way to ensure you’re protecting your assets and your family after your passing, and you don’t have to be extremely wealthy to benefit from one. However, your family or circumstances may change over time. Here, we’ll cover the types of trusts you could have and what to do if you need to end one. Revocable vs Irrevocable Trusts A living trust is a legal agreement that allows you to